The League of Women Voters of Florida
Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.
The League of Women Voters of Florida (LWVFL) is a nonpartisan political organization encouraging informed and active participation in government, working to increase understanding of major policy issues, and advocating for legislative changes and policies for the public good.
Current focus points
Legislative Priorities
LWVFL works to advocate for better Florida for all by drafting, supporting and opposing state legislation. Our grassroots membership determines specific legislative goals within various policy issues each year.
REGISTERING
RETURNING CITIZENS
Ending disenfranchisement and discrimination against people with convictions is a priority for the Florida League following the passage of 2018’s Amendment 4.
VOTER SERVICES
Much of LWVFL’s history stems from our work to register, empower and educate voters. We work endlessly to register new voters, host candidate forums and educate the public on various issues.
REDISTRICTING
The League believes congressional districts and government legislative bodies should be apportioned substantially on population. We promote transparent and accountable redistricting processes to end hyper-partisan practices that don’t benefit constituents. We oppose partisan and racial gerrymandering that strips rights away from voters
local Leagues
pieces of legislation passed in 2021 relating to key issues
years of service empowering voters and defending democracy
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LWV Statement on Supreme Court Stripping Americans of Constitutional Right to Abortion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Decision
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LWV of Florida, New York, U.S. Respond to SCOTUS New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen Ruling
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LWV of Florida Urges State Legislators to Hold Special Session regarding Gun Violence
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LWV of Florida and Other Plaintiffs Issue Statement on Supreme Court Declining to Hear Congressional Map Challenge Prior to 2022 Elections
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Major political and policy issues LWVFL focuses on:
Clean Energy
Gun Safety
National Popular Vote
Election Reform
Health Care
Natural Resources
education
Immigration
Poverty
Ethics & Campaign Finance
Juvenile Justice
Reproductive Health & Justice
LWVFL in Action
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As many celebrate the birth of our nation today, let us not forget that our democracy is a work in progress, and our work isn't finished. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our democracy is in danger due to ignorant narcissists.
“It’s basically making something against the law that was already not a thing,” said Gretchen Robinson, a veteran high school teacher in Orange County, who is confident elementary school colleagues never provided lessons on sexual orientation or gender identity.
In her view, the law’s real goal is clear: “Hostile signaling against the LGBTQ community.” ... See MoreSee Less
As ‘don’t say gay’ law takes effect, confusion reigns over classroom rules
www.orlandosentinel.com
The law is creating fears that all topics related to LGBTQ people are off limits in public schools.Comment on Facebook
Check out all the fun Florida League members had at League of Women Voters of the US's biennial national convention last week in Denver, Colorado (and virtually)!
❤️ Special thanks goes to League of Women Voters of Colorado & League of Women Voters of Denver for hosting such a productive yet rousing national convening. ... See MoreSee Less
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I love these pictures so much, thank you all for a wonderful time in Denver!!!
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Did you know newly sworn in Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is not only the first Black woman & first former public defender to serve on our nation’s highest court, but also the first Floridian! â€ď¸Ź ... See MoreSee Less
Ketanji Brown Jackson sworn in as Supreme Court justice
thehill.com
Ketanji Brown Jackson on Thursday was sworn in as a Supreme Court justice, officially making her the nation’s first Black woman to serve in the role. She will fill the seat being vacated by the retâ...Comment on Facebook
So proud!!!! Congratulations!!!
You go girl. Congrats
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Although abortion remains legal in Florida for now, we know the overturning of Roe will have major impacts throughout our nation. 18 other states will see abortion become illegal, if not immediately, soon.
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming have pre-Roe laws restricting abortion that snap back into effect or have “trigger” laws.
We must fight back against these attacks on reproductive freedom. ... See MoreSee Less
Now that Roe is gone, what happens in the states?
www.tampabay.com
PolitiFact | Where we are with each state and access to abortions after the overturn of Roe v. Wade.Comment on Facebook